Junior Field Telecom Technician

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.•Albuquerque, NM

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Junior Field Telecom Technician to support a major national laboratory. This role involves planning and executing network installations, analyzing requirements, gathering equipment, and assessing installation sites. The technician will prepare installation diagrams, run and terminate cables, install telecommunications equipment, build ironwork and ladder racks, activate remote access tools, and coordinate with contractors. Responsibilities also include verifying service by testing circuits and equipment, documenting installations, and maintaining a safe work environment. The role requires utilizing the customer’s ticketing system, adhering to best practices, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining telecommunications equipment, and contributing to high-quality service delivery.

Requirements

High school diploma plus a minimum of 3 years of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties.
Related experience may be substituted for relevant education and vice versa.
Ability to obtain & maintain a U.S. Dept. of Energy Clearance
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems (MS OS)
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Basic understanding of VoIP technology.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute network installations in accordance with customer orders, technical specifications, and industry standards.
Analyze installation requirements, order and gather necessary equipment, supplies, and tools, and assess installation sites to ensure successful deployments.
Prepare installation diagrams, establishing voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables, and installing telecommunications equipment such as routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and fire-suppression systems.
Build ironwork and ladder racks, activate remote access tools, and coordinate with contractors to ensure seamless integration of systems.
Verify service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms, identifying and correcting issues or escalating them as necessary.
Document and label equipment and cables, record configuration diagrams and specifications, and maintain a safe work environment by adhering to codes, standards, and legal regulations.
Utilize the customer’s ticketing system to track and update all work performed.
Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecommunications equipment.
Provide reports, complete requests for new service, and determine the methodology for installing telephone services.
Contribute to the overall success of telecommunications projects ensuring high-quality service delivery.